Top Baby Names For 2022
Biblical to gender-neutral, top baby names of 2022.
Naming trends in the 21st century feature a diverse blend of historical names and meaningful modern variants. And the popular baby names of 2022 reflect the shifting preferences of parents in the US. From celebrating traditional biblical names to embracing modern unisex names, parents have shown various preferences and influences in their naming choices. The year also saw a rise in baby names from various cultures and backgrounds gaining popularity. This reflects the growing interconnectedness of society and the acceptance of different cultures.
Names such as Abigail (father’s joy) and Elijah (Yahweh is my God) find their roots in the Hebrew Bible and are loved by parents for their religious significance. At the same time, gender-neutral names such as Harper (someone who plays the harp) and Madison (son of Maud) have also won parents’ hearts. Also, place-inspired names like Santiago (Saint James) and Brooklyn (marshland) have become popular in the US. For a glimpse into the trendy and unique names of 2022, check out our list based on official SSA data detailing the most popular names across the country (1).
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| Name | Gender | Meaning | |
|---|---|---|---|
 |  Boy | Chief; Prince | |
| | Girl | Good | |
| | Boy | Battle; Sea; Who is like God | |
| | Girl | Bee | |
| | Girl | Pure; Chaste; Holy; Lamb; Kindness; Caress; Companion | |
| |  Unisex | Burned clearing; Hill; Mound | |
| | Girl | Donation; Mother; Genuine; Village; Reason; Logi | |
| | Girl | Drop of the sea; From Magdala | |
| | Boy | Eight or eighth | |
| | Girl | Noble one; Kind; Nobility; Honor; Ornament | |
| | Boy | God's power | |
| | Boy | The third son in the family | |
| | Boy | My messenger; My angel | |
| | Boy | Wood; Valley | |
| | Boy | Yahweh has answered; God has answered; Care; Protection; Diligence | |
| | Boy | Renowned warrior; Shining intellect | |
| | Girl | Most beautiful; Fairest | |
| | Boy | Peaceful one; Calm; Star | |
| | Unisex | Luck; Steward | |
| | Boy | Alder tree | |
| | Boy | Devoted; To fight for justice; Fortune teller. | |
| | Girl | Lotus flower | |
| | Girl | Hill; Mound; Meadow bridge | |
| | Boy | Vain; Empty | |
| | Girl | Nobleness | |
| | Boy | Whole; Great | |
| | Girl | Good | |
| | Girl | Most holy; Pure one; Very sacred | |
| | Boy | He shines | |
| | Boy | Son of Ra; The Sun God | |
| | Boy | King of wisdom; Rainforest | |
| | Unisex | A person who hails from Germany; A language | |
| | Girl | Youthful; Jove's child; Downy-bearded; Devoted to Jove | |
| | Boy | A black-haired person | |
| | Unisex | My God has answered | |
| | Girl | Ancient; Divine; Goddesslike; Essence | |
| | Boy | Enclosure; Young; Protector patron | |
| | Unisex | Downy-bearded; Youth; Youthful | |
| | Girl | Weary; Cow; I am with God | |
| | Boy | Freeman; Manly; Army; Warrior | |
| | Girl | My God is an oath | |
| | Unisex | Jaybird; Victory; Lake | |
| | Girl | Love; Beloved; To harvest | |
| | Boy | Moorish | |
| | Girl | Maple tree | |
| | Boy | Fifth | |
| | Girl | Beautiful fragrance; Who is like God? | |
| | Boy | Fox | |
| | Girl | Cat orchid; From the meadow or clearing where wildcats dwell | |
| | Unisex | Blue | |
| | Boy | Prosperous; Substantial; Commander | |
| | Girl | Love | |
| | Boy | Blind | |
| | Unisex | Strong; Powerful; To live | |
| | Boy | 36th chapter of the Quran | |
| | Girl | Holly tree; Wooded land | |
| | Unisex | Happy; Blessed; Pure; Torture; Each of the two; Curly; Curved; A small island | |
| | Boy | Mighty God; Warrior of God | |
| | Girl | Gift of Isis | |
| | Boy | Hay valley; Hay hill; Armor; Clothes; Hedged valley | |
| | Girl | Torch; Corposcant | |
| | Unisex | Meadow for deer; Red clearing; Beam of light | |
| | Boy | From the deer meadow; Red clearing; Roe deer clearing | |
| | Boy | Eagle power; Eagle authority | |
| | Unisex | Tale; Narrative; History | |
| | Girl | Defender of mankind | |
| | Boy | Member of the Church; Young wolf; Wise | |
| | Unisex | Love; Sexual desire | |
| | Boy | Nectar; Sweet; Dear; Beloved | |
| | Boy | Fighter | |
| | Girl | God is my oath | |
| | Girl | Noble; Educated; High-born | |
| | Boy | Wish; Desire; Good mother; Dame; Foster mother; God; Valley | |
| | Girl | Beauty; Lily; Type of plants | |
| | Boy | A man of steel; One who works with steel | |
| | Girl | Garden; Orchard; Fertile land | |
| | Boy | Yahweh remembers | |
| | Boy | Ruler of the people | |
| | Boy | Desire; Wish; Strong desire | |
| | Girl | God is gracious | |
| | Girl | Flow down; Descend | |
| | Girl | Priest's meadow; Priest's clearing | |
| | Boy | God the Father is peace | |
| | Girl | Jupiter; Downy-bearded | |
| | Girl | Strong; Vigorous; Courageous | |
| | Unisex | Defender of mankind | |
| | Boy | Linden tree; Lime | |
| | Boy | Serpent's mouth; White | |
| | Unisex | My God is an oath | |
| | Girl | Wisdom; Holy wisdom | |
| | Boy | Brave lion; Hard; Brave; Hardy | |
| | Boy | Flax; Flaxen-haired | |
| | Girl | Most holy; Pure one; Very sacred | |
| | Unisex | God; Bee; Calf; Dark little one | |
| | Girl | Blessed | |
| | Boy | Flowing; Horse rider | |
| | Boy | Hill; Mound; Burned clearing | |
| | Girl | Black; Pale | |
| | Boy | Bright king; Bright ruler | |
| | Unisex | Ella's town; From the old town | |
As we move forward, it is important to look back and understand the changing cultural influences that shaped the choices of parents today. Popular baby names of 2022 witnessed a shift in personal tastes and recorded the preference for more unique names. Names with a traditional background continued to be the favorite options while choices that did not identify with a particular gender also captured the attention of parents. This comprehensive list of top baby names is designed to help you find that special name for your child, whether you’re drawn to classic elegance or contemporary flair.
Infographic: Modern Unisex Names Popular In 2022
Names that defy traditional gender categories offer a fresh take on naming conventions. In 2022, many gender-neutral names became popular as parents looked for unique and interesting names. The infographic below gives you a list of some of the most loved unisex names in the US.
Illustration: Momjunction Design Team
References
- Popular Names in 2021.
https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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